CORSAIR Vengeance 32GB (2 x 16GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) Desktop Memory Model CMK32GX5M2D6000Z38
- DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000)
- Timing 38-48-48-96
- CAS Latency CL38
- Voltage 1.35V
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| Best Seller Ranking | #54 in Desktop Memory |
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| Brand | CORSAIR |
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| Series | Vengeance |
| Model | CMK32GX5M2D6000Z38 |
| Part Number | CMK32GX5M2D6000Z38 |
| Capacity | 32GB (2 x 16GB) |
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| Type | 288-Pin PC RAM |
| Speed | DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000) |
| CAS Latency | CL38 |
| Timing | 38-48-48-96 |
| Voltage | 1.35V |
| Multi-channel Kit | Dual Channel Kit |
| BIOS/Performance Profile | AMD EXPO / Intel XMP 3.0 / Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO |
| Color | Gray |
| Heat Spreader | Yes |
| Features | CORSAIR VENGEANCE DDR5 optimized for AMD® motherboards delivers the higher frequencies and greater capacities of DDR5 technology in a high-quality, compact module that suits your system. Tightly-screened high-frequency memory chips power your PC through faster processing, rendering, and buffering than ever, with onboard voltage regulation providing reliable power for easy, finely controlled overclocking. CORSAIR iCUE software enables real-time frequency monitoring, and onboard voltage regulation. A distinctive solid aluminum heatspreader keeps your memory cool, while ensuring wide compatibility with a huge range of motherboards and CPU coolers. With a limited lifetime warranty as your guarantee of reliability for years to come, VENGEANCE DDR5 for AMD continues a long-standing legacy of memory performance. Welcome to the Cutting-Edge of Performance: Push the limits of your system like never before with CORSAIR DDR5 memory, unlocking even faster frequencies, greater capacities, and higher CPU processing. Dynamic Ten-Zone RGB Lighting: Illuminate your system with ten individually addressable, ultra-bright RGB LEDs per module, encased in a panoramic light bar for vivid RGB lighting from any viewing angle. Onboard Voltage Regulation: Enables easier, more finely-tuned, and more stable overclocking through CORSAIR iCUE software than previous generation motherboard control. AMD® EXPO and Intel XMP Compatibility: Compatible with AMD® EXPO and Intel XMP for higher frequencies and exceptional overclocking performance. Custom Performance PCB: Provides the highest signal quality for the greatest level of performance and stability. Tightly Screened Memory: Carefully screened memory chips for extended overclocking potential. Powerful CORSAIR iCUE Software: Dynamic RGB lighting control synchronized across your entire iCUE setup, real-time temperature and frequency readings, and onboard voltage regulation. Newegg Exclusive Model |
| Recommend Use | AMD & Intel Compatible / AMD 600 Series / AMD 800 Series / AMD B650 / AMD B850 / AMD Ryzen Compatible / AMD X670 / AMD X870 / High Performance or Gaming Memory / Intel 600 Series / Intel 700 Series / Intel 800 Series / Intel B660 / Intel B670 / Intel Compatible / Intel H770 / Intel Z690 / Intel Z790 / Intel Z890 |
| LED Color | None |
| First Listed on Newegg | July 13, 2026 |
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The CORSAIR Vengeance CMK32GX5M2D6000Z38 is a 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR5-6000 desktop memory kit with CL38 timing, suited to gaming, multitasking, and performance-focused PC builds that support AMD EXPO or Intel XMP.
Recommended For
- AM5 Ryzen desktop builders who want a 32GB, two-stick DDR5-6000 kit with an AMD EXPO profile to enable in BIOS.
- Gaming-PC builders who want 32GB of DDR5-6000 memory for gaming and everyday multitasking, without prioritizing the tightest timings; a review of this kit describes it as suitable for gaming and workstation use.
- Builders who prefer a non-RGB, compact desktop memory kit; CORSAIR describes VENGEANCE as compact, and this gray model is listed without RGB lighting.
- Desktop builders using either AMD EXPO or Intel XMP who want one DDR5 kit that supports both memory profiles, subject to motherboard and CPU compatibility.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- Building or upgrading a gaming desktop: the 32GB kit gives games room to run alongside Windows and launchers, while its 6000 MT/s profile can provide near-top memory performance on a compatible system; actual frame-rate gains vary by game, CPU, and graphics settings.
- Gaming while keeping a browser, chat app, and other everyday programs open: 32GB provides room for this kind of multitasking, helping avoid the slowdowns that can occur when available memory runs short. It is aimed at typical desktop use, not unusually memory-heavy workloads.
- Editing photos or working on moderate creative projects: 32GB can support common creator workflows, though some tasks benefit from more memory. In Puget Systems’ tests, moving from 32GB to 64GB improved certain AI-tool results, while some import and export tests showed no difference.
- Compiling software projects on a compatible desktop: DDR5-6000 can help memory-sensitive builds compared with default-speed memory, but benchmark results show that gains depend on the processor and project; faster memory is not a substitute for a faster CPU or more RAM when a workload exceeds capacity.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Desktop systems needing 32GB of dual-channel DDR5-6000 memory with AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles |
| Capacity And Configuration | 32GB kit with two 16GB modules in a dual-channel configuration |
| Interface And Form Factor | DDR5 desktop memory with a 288-pin DIMM form factor |
| Speed And Timings | DDR5-6000 (PC5 48000), CL38 latency, 38-48-48-96 timing, and 1.35V operating voltage |
| Performance Profiles And Tuning | Supports AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0; onboard voltage regulation supports memory tuning through CORSAIR iCUE software |
| Cooling And Module Design | Gray modules with heat spreaders and a custom performance PCB |
| Model Identifiers | CORSAIR Vengeance, model and part number CMK32GX5M2D6000Z38 |
Reference Q&A
Q: Should I get this DDR5-6000 CL38 kit or a 32GB DDR5-6000 CL30 kit?
A: Choose this kit if it costs less and you want 32GB at DDR5-6000; choose CL30 if you want lower latency at the same rated speed. Benchmarks show that gaming differences between DDR5-6000 kits can be small and workload-dependent, so CL30 is not a guaranteed large upgrade. Enable the compatible EXPO or XMP profile to run the rated speed.
Q: Is this worth choosing over a DDR5-5600 32GB kit?
A: Choose this kit when your motherboard and CPU support DDR5-6000 and you want the higher rated memory speed. A DDR5-5600 kit can be a reasonable lower-cost alternative: testing on Ryzen AM5 found DDR5-5600 performed closely to faster kits in the tested games, so the real-world difference depends on the system and workload. Check motherboard compatibility and enable the memory profile for the kit’s rated speed.
Q: Should I upgrade from this kit to DDR5-8000 for gaming?
A: For a typical Ryzen AM5 gaming build, this DDR5-6000 kit is the simpler choice if you want to avoid paying for or tuning a higher-speed kit. TechSpot’s AM5 tests found little difference between several DDR5-6000 timing configurations and noted that DDR5-5600 also kept up closely; results vary by game and system. Consider DDR5-8000 only when your CPU, motherboard, and workload support and benefit from it in testing.
Q: Will this RAM work with my motherboard and processor?
A: It is a 32GB kit of two 288-pin DDR5 desktop DIMMs, so the motherboard must support DDR5 memory. Check the motherboard’s compatibility list and the CPU’s supported memory speeds; it will not fit DDR4 or laptop SO-DIMM slots.
Q: Does this kit support AMD EXPO and Intel XMP?
A: Yes. The product information lists both AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 profiles. Use the profile supported by your motherboard in BIOS; profile availability and stability depend on the system’s hardware.
Q: Will the memory run at 6000 MT/s automatically?
A: Not necessarily. DDR5-6000 is the kit’s rated profile speed, and you may need to enable the compatible EXPO or XMP profile in BIOS. The speed your system can run stably also depends on the motherboard and processor.
Q: Is 32GB enough for gaming and everyday multitasking?
A: The kit provides 32GB as two 16GB modules, making it a reasonable fit for gaming and everyday multitasking on a compatible desktop. Workloads involving large projects or unusually heavy multitasking may benefit from more memory.